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title: "Minor Refurbishment and Upgrade of Point of Fethaland Lighthouse"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066396"
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buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
published: "2026-03-05"
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# Minor Refurbishment and Upgrade of Point of Fethaland Lighthouse

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066396

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board has initiated a tender for minor refurbishment and upgrades at the Point of Fethaland Lighthouse, located at the northernmost point of mainland Shetland in the United Kingdom. This public authority, a part of central government, seeks to transport materials and equipment via its ships and helicopters due to the remote location, with further access required on foot or by ATV. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with key dates including a site visit on 19 March 2026, tender return by 2 April 2026, and award of the tender on 13 April 2026. This contract falls under the civil engineering and painting industry categories, adhering to open competition rules for a value not exceeding the standard threshold.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and engineering works, particularly those equipped for remote operations with experience in site refurbishments. SMEs are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria, offering them a chance to enhance their portfolio through involvement in a significant public sector project. Companies adept at logistical planning and carrying out detailed structural work will find this tender a fitting opportunity to leverage their expertise and potentially expand their geographical reach into the Shetland area. The procurement methods ensure transparency and competitiveness, facilitating new business partnerships under a structured framework.

## Notice

The Point of Fethaland Lighthouse is situated on the most northerly tip of mainland Shetland and due to the location of this site, the majority of materials and equipment will be transported to and from site via NLB Ship and Helicopter. There will additionally be a requirement to use a 4x4 to access along the farm track from Isbister Farm during the works, with the final 1.5km being accessible on foot or by ATV (with landowners permission). This project is to fully refurbish the lighthouse and former engine block structures including install of new safety fall-back gate at the top of the lightroom access ladder. The fence is to be stripped of existing wire and replaced like for like, re-suing the existing timber posts in situ. The Works Carry out full Asbestos Refurbishment/Demolition Survey Deliver plant, materials, camp via helicopter Set up site Ensure H&S and signage Removal and disposal of existing fence wiring and replace Fabricate and install new aluminium safety fall-back gate and connect to existing aluminium handrail Redecoration of Lighthouse station Key Dates 05/03/2026 Issue Tender 19/03/2026 Site Visit 02/04/2026 Tender Return 13/04/2026 Tender Award 25/05/2026 Delivery of Plant/materials to Oban 07/06/2026 Loads transported to site 09/06/2026 Start of 5 day landing operation 29/10/2026 Start 5 day site clearance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020145-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Jun 2026 - 3 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | £75,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH2 3DA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45442100 - Painting work

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2026 at 17:37 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020145-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020145-2026
  5th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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